SPEECH OUTLINE
Title: The benefits of playing games
Specific purpose: I would like to convince the audience about playing games would give many benefits.
Central idea: I am going to persuade the audience that playing games will reduce stress level, improved health benefits and work as mind exercises.
INTRODUCTION

A. Attention getter
I would like to show a short video about the benefits of playing a video game

B. Background information of the topic
Today’s generation prefers to play video games or computer games, as a form of entertainment, which can improve the minds of those who play them. Amid all the cool and colourful graphics, the fantastic music, and the intriguing and exciting plots, which can attract for those played them.

C. Preview of the speech (central idea)
There are many benefits in playing video games but I would like to stress out the three most beneficial in playing video games which is reduce the stress, improve health benefits and video games work as mind exercise.

Transition to body of speech: Does anyone know that games can reduces stress?

BODY
A. Will reduce stress
  • As humans, we crave the need to play because it is instinctive and fundamental to human existence. With regular play, our problem-solving and adaptive abilities will be in much better shape to handle this complex world. The reason for this is that play teaches us how to manage or “transform” our negative emotions, and it is the foundation for sound mental, physical, and emotional health.
  • Play can make work seem like pleasure, and aside from this, it is just plain fun. It creates laughter and freedom that can instantly reduce stress and add a feeling of relaxation to our daily living.
  • For example playing 'The Sims' will make your relax and enjoy as being the character in the game. You will have your own house, family and you have your own carrier.
(http://www.tastyhuman.com/10-benefits-of-playing-video-games/)
(thesims.ea.com)

Transition to Main Point 2: Besides reducing stress in playing games it also, give health benefits for us.
B. Health benefits
  • True, DDR is a video game but with a delightful twist. It is a great form of exercise. It works you out to the bone. At first glance you see someone hopping around moving their feet around. But what's really going on is that they are getting a great cardiovascular workout. Working out your cardiovascular system makes your heart stronger therefore leading you down the path of a better and healthier future.

(http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/421273/the_benefits_of_dance_dance_revolution.html?cat=25)
(http://www.groundreport.com/Health_and_Science/Dance-Dance-Revolution-and-Associated-Health-Benef/2836261)

Transition to Main Point 3: Furthermore

C. Video games work as mind exercise:
  • Playing video games is the best mind exercise as it not only makes the mind sharp but also keeps it fit. By various studies, it is discovered that video games help in improving problem solving ability as we can solve the problem without anyone’s help.Else than that video games that tend to demand the player to make quick and accurate decision-making is its impromptu situations.
  • The mental fitness can only be achieved through engaging in activities that are aimed at increasing your mental activity, and they involve activities such as reading, solving of riddles and crossword puzzles. Numbers games like Sudoku, as well as word games, can be addicting but, unlike most addictions, they are actually good for your brain. Playing them helps to stimulate your mind; it improves your memory and may aid in delaying the effects of aging.

(http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Benefits-of-Sudoku-Puzzles&id=4286994)
(http://ezinearticles.com/?Sudoku-Mental-Skills---Why-Sudoku-Is-Good-For-Your-Kids&id=380706)

Transition to conclusion: Let us go back over what we have learned today

CONCLUSION

A. Summary of main points
· The video game world is changing constantly so it is very necessary that players should have the knowledge about the games that will be beneficial for them. Believe me it is pay off when you spend your time by playing a video games. Do not just only think the negative effect of games but also try thinking the positive side. Video games not only reduce you stress, but it also improve your health benefits as well as it work as your mind exercises.

B. Memorable final statement/Call for action
· I would like to encourage you to play video games during your free times because not only for your health but it also soon will be increase you skills.